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Ask a Sommelier: Valentine's Wine Advice

Posted by Maggie Hoffman, Feb 12, 2013

In my house, we have a Valentine's Day tradition: homemade macaroni and cheese and bottle of Champagne. It's an excellent combination, and it spares us the stress of making reservations—and the possible disappointment of a restaurant meal. But some years I wonder: should we mix it up? Try steak and a bottle of red, or go with fondue and Chenin Blanc? And what should we drink with dessert?